Kentucky Staffing
Plasmid Preparation Specialist
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. Core Responsibility: Responsible for all activities related to plasmid preparation, including colony picking, culturing, plasmid DNA preps, DNA sequencing, bacterial transformation, media preparation, and labware cleaning. Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities But Are Not Limited To: Work within the plasmid team and routinely perform mini, midi, maxi, and giga preps in a high-throughput setting. Transforming, picking and culturing E.coli colonies. Prepare glycerol stocks and plasmids for sequencing and quantifying DNA by O.D. Identifying and troubleshooting issues that arise during the production process. Record all actions in the status log, including the conditions and the concentrations of targets. Prepare media and all other required reagents. Labware cleaning and autoclaving Prepare final products for shipping Work within a multi-disciplinary team, meet goals for accuracy, production deadlines and throughput utilizing the company's proprietary gene-synthesis platform. Execute production protocols in accordance with established company procedures under the ISO 13485 standard. Maintain clear communication, professionalism, and a strong work ethic. Stock laboratory with supplies in addition to cleaning and decontaminating laboratory instruments and work area daily Perform any additional duties as directed by Lab management Reporting Relationship: Reports to Gene Assembly Manager/ Production Manager Associate or Bachelor Degree in Life Science. 1+ years lab experience related to biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or chemistry. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work effectively as part of a team. They should have a basic understanding of molecular biology. Familiarity with basic spreadsheet use, along with precise attention to detail, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to protocols, is required. Work experience in a high-throughput laboratory, sequencing group, or genome center is a plus. This is a full-time position that includes weekend work based on scheduling needs. Shifts may be Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply. What We Offer: Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products. Core Responsibility: Responsible for all activities related to plasmid preparation, including colony picking, culturing, plasmid DNA preps, DNA sequencing, bacterial transformation, media preparation, and labware cleaning. Position Responsibilities/Accountabilities But Are Not Limited To: Work within the plasmid team and routinely perform mini, midi, maxi, and giga preps in a high-throughput setting. Transforming, picking and culturing E.coli colonies. Prepare glycerol stocks and plasmids for sequencing and quantifying DNA by O.D. Identifying and troubleshooting issues that arise during the production process. Record all actions in the status log, including the conditions and the concentrations of targets. Prepare media and all other required reagents. Labware cleaning and autoclaving Prepare final products for shipping Work within a multi-disciplinary team, meet goals for accuracy, production deadlines and throughput utilizing the company's proprietary gene-synthesis platform. Execute production protocols in accordance with established company procedures under the ISO 13485 standard. Maintain clear communication, professionalism, and a strong work ethic. Stock laboratory with supplies in addition to cleaning and decontaminating laboratory instruments and work area daily Perform any additional duties as directed by Lab management Reporting Relationship: Reports to Gene Assembly Manager/ Production Manager Associate or Bachelor Degree in Life Science. 1+ years lab experience related to biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or chemistry. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work effectively as part of a team. They should have a basic understanding of molecular biology. Familiarity with basic spreadsheet use, along with precise attention to detail, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to protocols, is required. Work experience in a high-throughput laboratory, sequencing group, or genome center is a plus. This is a full-time position that includes weekend work based on scheduling needs. Shifts may be Sunday to Thursday or Tuesday to Saturday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Candidates living within a commutable distance of Louisville, KY are encouraged to apply. What We Offer: Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options Life and disability insurance 401(k) with company match Paid vacation and holidays Eurofins USA Genomic Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.